Babs Taylor BZ Mel and massive congratulations to you and the rest of the crew. xx

Deb Merrilees You are soooo amazing Mel. You have seen soo much. Well done honey. Have really missed you and can't wait to catch up.

lor I'm so emotional right now. You've done it!...you are one amazing lady Mel. So looking forward to catching up and hearing all your tales of mermaids, krakens , Davy Jones locker, Neptune and drinking your own urine!!!...safe journey back to blighty my friend..lots of love xxxx

lor You are awesome!!! What a ride ! ...how on earth will you adjust to reality after an adventure like that? ...Can't wait to catch up ..congrats my lovely you only went and did it ! Xxxxxxxxxx

karen Awesome Mel , welcome to dry land :) xx

Fr Mark Whiting Glad you've had a break and a rest. Good luck on the nextl leg. Enjoy the Adventure!

lor I love reading all about your amazing adventures Mel. When you get back life will return to normal very quickly so embrace as much of your dream as you can and make the right decision for you. Xxxxxxx

Lor Oh god you have just taken me back. Sounds like a blast. How on earth will you ever re adjust to blighty life?? Take care xxx

Erica I could not do this! Really tough stuff going on here, a race of endurance. So proud of you. Know that we are all thinking of you back home, all willing you on and enjoying hearing about your adventure. Proud to know you my lovely friend xxx

Erica So wonderful to read of your amazing trip and massive congrats on your placing. You must have worked so hard! You are an inspiration, Mel. Love you lots. See you on the other side!

Fr Mark This all sounds both exciting and horrendous at once. I've been watching the boat on the map! Keep up the good work - if you need any more incentive think about the nice warm cup of tea you'll have when it's all over!

Brenda Green You are amazing and this is a great achievement. so on behalf of the Pompey WRNS Assoc. I wish you are safe journey.

Sue Power Amazing! Well done! You must be exhausted

lor This is the makings of an incredible book. Mel I can't tell how jealous I am. You are seriously embracing life ...love it ! ...well done my friend...love lor xxxxxxx

Vicki Wonderwoman xxxx